Assoc. Prof. Dr. Stephen Lind | AI Technology | Best Researcher Award
University of Southern California – Marshall School of Business | United States
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Stephen Lind, PhD, is a distinguished scholar, author, and educator whose career spans rhetoric, communication, media studies, and business communication. He currently serves as Associate Professor of Clinical Business Communication and Academic Director of the part-time MBA program at the Marshall School of Business, University of Southern California. Dr. Lind has established himself as a thought leader in integrating classical rhetorical traditions with emerging digital technologies, particularly artificial intelligence in education and workplace communication. His widely recognized book A Charlie Brown Religion: Exploring the Spiritual Life and Work of Charles M. Schulz showcases his expertise in media, culture, and religion, while his articles have appeared in leading academic journals and professional outlets. In addition, his commentaries have been featured in major global publications including The Hill, CNN, Fortune, Fast Company, and the LA Times, reflecting his ability to bridge academic research with public discourse. With 39 citations across 38 documents, 8 published works, and an h-index of 4, Dr. Lind continues to advance scholarship at the intersection of business, media, and communication. His research interests include strategic persuasion, digital oratory, rhetorical practices in business contexts, and the influence of AI-driven avatars and communication technologies on leadership and organizational culture. Prior to joining USC, he held academic positions at Washington and Lee University, where he earned tenure for his contributions to business communication and interdisciplinary teaching, as well as at Clemson University and the University of Illinois. His professional training in organizational change further complements his expertise in communication strategy and leadership. Widely engaged in international conferences and scholarly collaborations, Dr. Lind is committed to advancing both theory and practice in communication while mentoring the next generation of scholars and professionals. His work exemplifies innovation, interdisciplinarity, and public impact, making him a leading voice in contemporary communication research and education.
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Featured Publications
Lind, S. (2020). A framework for viral marketing replication and mutation. AMS Review, 10(3–4), 209–224.
Lind, S. (2018). Merchandising Snoopy: The case of licensing Peanuts in Japan. Journal of General Management, 43(4), 217–225.
Lind, S. (2015). A Charlie Brown religion: Exploring the spiritual life and work of Charles M. Schulz. University Press of Mississippi.
Lind, S. (2014). Christmas in the 1960s: A Charlie Brown Christmas, religion, and the conventions of the genre. Journal of Religion and Popular Culture, 26(1), 1–19.